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The SD70MAC not-so-affectionately known as the "vomit-bonnet" is the first of two DPU units on the back of this coal empty.
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Posted By Alan Lott On Monday, November 17, 2008 At 5:22:58 PM (PT)

I have heard of this derogatory appellation before but until now I don't recall seeing a pic of a loco wearing it. I wonder why this name was chosen as a similar design, I am think I recall correctly, was used on an Eastern road loco and was likened to a cigar band.

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Location Information
City or County and State
Hudson, CO

Subdivision
Brush (BNSF)

Milepost or Control Point
Hudson




Train Information
Railroad
BNSF
Model
SD70MAC
Unit Number
BNSF 9647


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